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There are certain things most people want out of life: financial security, a stable family and social life, and good health, just to name a few. One of the most universal desires is for a job that meets these needs — an occupation that will not fade away, with good compensation and not likely to fall prey to automation or being outsourced to a third-world nation.

As hacks and data breaches continue to dominate headlines, it comes as no surprise that cyber security experts are among the most sought-after professionals. With very good pay, job security, and the allure of fighting on the front lines of cyber-warfare, the information security industry can seem nothing short of glamorous.

Hairnets. The very word evokes images of romance, travel and glamour. Modern hairnets date back to 1963, when, according to the United States Patent Office, Ruthard Dietze patented a clear hairnet with an elastic hem, U.S. Patent #3,094,995. If you yearn to prepare healthful meals for others, to guide children in good eating habits, or to make hairnets part of your daily fashion choices, you may be the ideal candidate for a career in Culinary Arts and Applied Nutrition.

Alektorophobia is the fear of chickens. Afraid of books? Bibliophobia. The fear of school—from daycare through college—is scholionophobia. Whether you are a scholionophobic or simply have no time to attend a brick-and-mortar college, online education may be the answer to your sophophobia (fear of learning).

Examining the makeup of a typical online college student as we do in our new infographic, “The Anatomy of an Online College Student,” may help you to realize how easily you can tap into the world of online education, even if you have to conquer your cyberphobia (fear of computers).

Has an exciting career as a physical therapist assistant always been a lifelong goal? Maybe you’ve considered it, but you weren’t quite sure how to get started? Finding a career in any field can be confusing and overwhelming, but knowing exactly what to look for and the correct process to follow can alleviate a lot of stress. With physical therapy, especially as a therapist assistant, it’s not as difficult to achieve as you might think.